For a fast growing, specialized medical career you can begin in two years, training to become a cardiovascular technologist is an excellent choice.

Child care providers work in many different atmospheres such as child care centers, nurseries, preschools, public schools, private homes and before and after school programs.  Their main goals include helping enhance each child's development and caring for children when parents are at work or tending to other obligations.

Becoming a CNA (Certified Nurses Assistant) is a fast path to a medical career that offers stability and flexibility.  CNAs are the front line in patient care for today's rapidly growing medical field.  If you're interested in the nursing field, but not sure which career path to take, becoming a CNA has a short training period and will give you the chance to "test drive" a nursing career.

A career in counseling offers a way to assist the public through challenging times in their lives by using mental and emotional guidance.  Some counselors offer guidance during formative and positive times in people's lives, like planning for college, a career or even a marriage.  If you like helping people and possess listening and analytical skills, a career as a counselor could be a great job choice.

Court reporters are responsible for providing an accurate, verbatim written account of verbal court procedures like depositions, trials, legal proceedings, meetings and other legal matters that require written proof, or a record that can be researched later.  Court reporters may also create and organize methods to store their written accounts and assist legal professionals in research of these written records.

Dental assistants provide support functions for dentists including assisting with dental procedures, lab work and office functions.

Dental hygienists typically work in private dentists offices performing a variety of dental procedures like cleaning teeth, educating patients on oral hygiene, and preventative dental care.

Desktop publishers use computers and layout software to design and create media like newsletters, pamphlets, brochures, books and magazines for printing. 

Diesel mechanics repair and maintain vehicles powered by diesel engines like heavy trucks, buses, locomotives, some construction equipment and farm tractors.